Remake Patek Philippe Calatrava 6119R-001, See Reviews of This Original order Model!

Time:2025-1-20 Author:ldsf125303

Okay, guys, let’s talk about how I tackled remaking the Patek Philippe Calatrava 6119R-001. It’s a real beauty, and I was super pumped to try my hand at it. I’m not a pro watchmaker or anything, just a guy who loves tinkering and figuring things out, so bear with me.

First thing I did was gather all the parts. This was a bit of a scavenger hunt, to be honest. I scoured online marketplaces, forums, and even some back-alley watch part dealers (not really, but it felt like that sometimes). I needed the right movement, a good-looking case that matched the original rose gold vibe, a clean dial, and hands that weren’t too shabby. It took a while, but I finally got everything I thought I needed.

Next up, I started with the movement. I carefully disassembled it, just to see how it ticked. To be honest, I was just following some YouTube videos. This was the trickiest part, to be frank. There are so many tiny screws and springs that you can easily lose or mess up. I may have messed up a couple of times, but hey, that’s part of learning, right? I carefully cleaned each part with a soft brush and some solution I found online. Then came the fun part – putting it all back together. I followed the steps in reverse, praying I didn’t have any leftover pieces. It felt like doing a really complicated puzzle. It took some trial and error, but it worked out in the end.

With the movement sorted, I moved on to the case. Luckily, the one I found was in pretty good shape, so I just gave it a good polish. It wasn’t real rose gold, but it looked close enough. I gently placed the movement inside, making sure it fit snugly. I had to be super careful not to scratch anything.

Now for the dial and hands. I carefully attached the dial to the movement. Then came the hands, which were probably the most frustrating part. Those things are tiny! I used tweezers and a magnifying glass. I almost threw it at the wall at one point. One slip, and they could go flying off never to be found again. But, with a lot of patience, I finally got them on.

Finally, I put the case back together. After all the hard work, it’s pretty satisfying to see everything come together. I carefully screwed everything in place, then wound it up. And guess what? It started ticking! I couldn’t believe it. My own little Calatrava, well, a remake anyway, was alive.

Final Touches

  • Polishing: I spent a good amount of time polishing the case and the buckle. It’s those little details that make a difference.
  • Strap: I found a decent leather strap that matched the original pretty well. Nothing fancy, but it did the job.
  • Testing: I wore it around for a few days, just to make sure everything was working as it should. It kept time pretty well, which was a relief.

So there you have it. My journey to remaking a Patek Philippe Calatrava. It was a challenging but super rewarding experience. I learned a ton about watchmaking, and I’m pretty proud of how it turned out. It’s not perfect, of course. There are some imperfections here and there, but that’s okay. It’s got character, and it’s a reminder that you can achieve anything if you put your mind to it. Just don’t expect a masterpiece on your first try!